Norway · GLACIER HIKES IN SOGNEFJORD
Good glacier hikes in Sognefjord fill up weeks ahead in season; the great ones go first. Below: the 7 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Olden shore excursion to Briksdalbreen glacier with a guided bus ride, Oldevatnet photo stops, and an uphill hike for big views.
“There were four of us. We all loved it. It’s quite steep near the beginning but levels off and the views are worth the effort. Our tour quite was very informative”
Half-day kayaking on Nigardsbrevatnet, then a guided crampon-and-rope walk on Nigardsbreen, with time for lunch and photos.
“Ein unfassbar tolles Erlebnis – mit dem Kanu über den See und hinauf auf den Berg, wirklich einzigartig! Leider hat unser Guide das Ganze sehr getrübt. Ich erinnere mich nicht genau an seinen Namen, vielleicht „Manne“ oder ähnlich. Jedenfalls hat man bei ihm das Gefühl, man müsse Profisportler sein und alles so perfekt können wie er. Wer etwas langsamer paddelt, bleibt zurück – vom viel beschworenen „Teamspirit“ keine Spur. Während die Gruppe schon weit voraus war, wurden wir allein gelassen. Als wir wegen der Strömung steckenblieben, bekamen wir keine Hilfe, sondern nur Anschreien, wir sollten besser zuhören. In so einer Situation bringt das gar nichts, außer Frust. Respektlos, unfreundlich...”
Skjolden half-day: RIB boat over Styggevatnet to Austdalsbreen for a guided glacier hike with crampons, safety, and hot chocolate.
“It was our first time on a glacier and we enjoyed a lot this excursion, in spite of not ideal weather conditions (wind and rain). However, the guides provided us with a lot of technical security instructions so we felt quite confident and secured. Also they gave us many information about the glacier and its formation and evolution, which were quite interesting. The walk on the glacier was funny and at the end there was also a nice surprise...................hot chocolate!!! Very recommended for everyone!”
Kayak a glacial lake, then hike Nigardsbreen Glacier with crampons and rope on a 6-hour tour from Skjolden.
“Kale was an excellent guide! Great views from on top off the glacier. Being all the clothing they recommend. It can be cold up there.”
Walk on Austdalsbreen glacier with a short Styggevatnet boat ride, then watch 30-meter calving ice into the lake on this small-group tour.
“Caminar sobra el gel i les explicacions en castellar an estat una exoeriencia molt bona”
4-hour Briksdal Glacier hike from Olden, with an English guide, valley drive past Olden Lake, and big glacier-lake views.
“Great views of the glacier. The walkway is gravel and does have a pretty good incline there. Wear layers as you will shed some during the day. If you want to take the troll car - order days ahead because there were none available when we got there. The complete hike (to/fro) took us 2 hours with brief stops. The guide gave us some history but I would have enjoyed more. It was just a lovely day.”
Kayak across Styggevatnet, then hike blue ice on Austdalsbreen. Full-day glacier adventure near Jostedal with small groups and great guides.
“The guides are great and accommodating, we were able to learn about the glacier and others. There was a very good mood, thank you again!Auto-translated”
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